Discussing Who: A Doctor Who Podcast

Steven Moffat returns to write Doctor Who for the first time since Twice Upon a Time in 2017! The Doctor and Ruby arrive on a war-torn alien planet where the Doctor finds himself in a situation unlike any seen before. How will he escape? Who is Ruby Sunday's next of kin? Join us as we review BOOM! The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 318. This episode streamed live on Fac...

The 2024 series arrived on on the 10th and 11th of May 2024 with a first-ever two episode premiere.  We welcome Ncuti Gatwa as the Fifteenth Doctor in his first full series. But why is the Doctor Who fandom so divided? Join us as we review Space Babies and The Devil's Chord. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 317. This episode streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twi...

The Doctor finds himself trapped in a repeating scenario. Where does the Doctor eventually go when he goes the long way around? Join us as we discuss Heaven Sent, Doctor Who Series 9 Episode 11.  The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 316. This episode streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and is being presented in the original unedited version. Hosted by Lee Shack...

When is a street not a street? What happens when the Doctor is very angry with you? Who is the Mayor of Trap Street? What does this have to do with Rigsy? Join us as we discuss Face the Raven, Doctor Who Series 9 Episode 10.  he Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 315. His legions are coming and there's always a twist at the end! This episode streamed live on Facebook, YouTu...

It's time to SLEEP NO MORE! After all these years, we ask ourselves if it was as bad as we remembered? Or, has time and other things (longtime listeners know what Kyle means) endeared us to this story?  Join us as we discuss Sleep No More, Doctor Who Series 9 Episode 9.  he Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 314. This episode streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch a...

What is the Osgood Box and how does this mysterious device factor into one of the Twelfth Doctor's greatest moments? Join us as we discuss The Zygon Inversion, Doctor Who Series 9 Episode 8.  The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 313. This episode streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and Twitch and is being presented in the original unedited version. Hosted by Kyle Jones, L...

In a follow-up. to the Day of the Doctor, Doctor Who's 50th anniversary special, the Doctor and Clara come face-to-face with Osgood.  But, wait, how can Osgood still be alive? Who is Bonnie?  All these questions plus the return of UNIT and Kate Stewart!  Join us as we discuss The Zygon Invasion, Doctor Who Series 9 Episode 7.  he Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 312. This...

Did the Doctor make a mistake by saving Ashildr? What happens to someone after an encounter with The Doctor changes their lives forever? Join us as we discuss The Woman Who Lived, Doctor Who Series 9 Episode 6.  he Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 311. Hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and Clarence Brown.

Why did the Twelfth Doctor choose the face he wore? What significance does it have in the scenario where the Doctor and Clara find themselves? Can the Doctor save the village? And did the Doctor discover the Hybrid? Join us as we discuss The Girl Who Died, Doctor Who Series 9 Episode 5.  he Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 310. Hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackleford, and C...

The events of Under the Lake lead into part two of this two part story. Can Clara save everyone if The Doctor is now amongst the dead?  Wait..the Doctor can't be dead, can he? Join us as we discuss Before the Flood, Doctor Who Series 9 Episode 4.  Programming note: This episode was recorded at the beginning of 2023 and may include segments speculating on the Doctor Who 60th anniversary. The Discus...

The year is 2119 when the Doctor and Clara arrive in a Scottish underwater mining facility just three days after the crew unearthed an empty black spaceship. Tragedy abounds as the crew members begin dying replaced with an army of hollow-eyed ghosts. Join us as we discuss Under the Lake, Doctor Who Series 9 Episode 3.  Programming note: This episode was recorded at the beginning of 2023 and may in...

The Doctor and Davros together again! Join us as we again welcome back Oz-9's Shannon Perry and discuss The Witch's Familiar, Doctor Who Series 9 Episode 2.  Programming note: This episode was recorded at the beginning of 2023 and may include segments speculating on the Doctor Who 60th anniversary. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 307. Hosted by Kyle Jones, Lee Shackl...

The Doctor, Clara, and Missy travel to Skaro in part one of the two-part Series 9 opening story. What - or who - will they find?  Who was the boy on the battlefield? Join us as we welcome back Oz-9's Shannon Perry and discuss The Magician's Apprentice, Doctor Who Series 9 Episode 1.  Programming note: This episode was recorded at the beginning of 2023 and may include segments speculating on the Do...

How different are the various incarnations of The Doctor? Are some more alike than others? Which incarnations do we think are more alike or most different? Join us as we discuss this fan requested episode. This episode was recorded live and is presented in the original live recording format. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 305. Hosted by Kyle Jones, Clarence Brown, a...

RTD returns Doctor Who to Christmas Day with a festive episode filled with surprises, mysteries, familiar tropes, hungry goblins, and holiday delight. The Doctor meets Ruby Sunday, saves Davina McCall, and begins an all new adventure! Join us as we review The Church on Ruby Road and officially welcome Ncuti Gatwa as the Fifteenth Doctor! This episode was recorded live and is presented in the origi...

Ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha, ha!  What is this game we are a-playing? Who is Stooky Sue and why do the Stooky Babbies weep? Better yet, what made Kyle cry on our live stream?!?!?! We continue our celebration of Doctor Who as we discuss the second of three 60th Anniversary specials.  Join us as we review The Giggle and welcome Ncuti Gatwa as the Fifteenth Doctor! This episode was recorded live and is pr...

After a coffee mishap inside the newly regenerated TARDIS, The Doctor and Donna travel further than ever before. Stuck aboard a massive spaceship, can our duo appreciate the mavity of the situation? We continue our celebration of Doctor Who as we discuss the second of three 60th Anniversary specials. Join us as we review Wild Blue Yonder. This episode was recorded live and is presented in the orig...

The Doctor doesn't beleieve in destiny, but - if the Doctor did - destiny would be headed for Donna Noble. David Tennant, Catherine Tate, Jacqueline King, Karl Collins, and the amazing Russell T. Davies and Murray Gold return to Doctor Who for the first of three 60th Anniversary specials. Join us as we review The Star Beast. This episode was recorded live and is presented in the original live reco...

Welcome to the 300th episode of our adventure through time, space, and all things Doctor Who.  Whether you've been with us from the very beginning or if this is your first episode, THANK YOU.  As Lee likes to say, you have other things you could be doing, and you chose to spend time with us.  THANK YOU! The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 300. Hosted by Kyle Jones, Clare...

Discussing Trek's Larry Irby returns for this companion Spotlight on Sarah Jane Smith. Who is your favorite Doctor Who companion? Let us know what you think by following us on social media by searching for @discussingwho. This episode is Part II of II. The Discussing Network proudly presents Discussing Who Episode 299. Hosted by Kyle Jones with guest Larry Irby.

If destiny exists, then it is heading for Donna Noble! We are weeks away from the Doctor Who 60th Anniversary specials.  Join us as we discuss the trailer and speculate on what is to come. Let us know what you think by following us on social media by searching for @discussingwho. Kyle Jones and Lee Shackleford host this bonus episode.

Do you remember your first encounter with Doctor Who? Chances are, if you're listening to a Doctor Who podcast, you DO remember. Like many who grew up in the US during the 1970s, Discussing Trek's Larry Irby discovered Doctor Who via the local PBS station. Join us as we discuss Childhood Memories of Doctor Who, the latest Doctor Who news, and much more.  What was your first Doctor Who memory? Let...

Join us as we discuss entertainment retcons and the impact those changes have on the audience and the story.  We talk about what makes a retcon work and what elements cause a retcon to be hated by fandom. Finally, we ask ourselves, Should RTD Retcon the Timeless Child? Join us as we discuss this and more!  Let us know what you think by following us on social media by searching for @discussingwho. ...

If given the chance to travel with the Doctor, would you? If given the chance, which incarnation would be your first choice - or last? Join us as we rank our choices across all incarnations. What are your thoughts? Do you agree with our choices? Let us know on social media @DiscussingWho. The Discussing Network presents Discussing Who Episode 296.  Hosted by Lee Shackleford, Clarence Brown, and Ky...

After learning of RTD's return to Doctor Who and anxiously awaiting a potential following annoucement, Kyle's wait is over! Murray Gold returns to Doctor Who beginning with the 60th Anniversary specials! Join us as we discuss Gold's return, speculate on the titles of the 60th Anniversary specials, and discuss recent promotional images from the upcoming 2024 series. What are your thoughts? Let us k...